You totally got it … that realtor in “American Beauty” made a huge impact on me – and being a R.E. assistant p/t puts that whole profession into sharp clarity. I see these women frequently… No matter how many diamonds they were or fancy cars they drive, there is a feeling of emptiness that overlays everything. Now more than ever…

I can’t tell you again how in awe I am with the sparseness of this story! (Have you read “Her Eyes” on my Blog? This is my attempt at sparseness.) There is something perect about a complete stroy that does not waste words just to add a frame it doesn’t need, and you succeed here brilliantly. (Just came back to admire it once again!) 🙂

“who would willingly stand in the dirt on a street corner under the freeway” nice juxtaposition with the white mercedes off the freeway. Seems to fall in line with my sentiments today. Love the ending April, kudos!